Staff Scientist, R&D (Women's Health)

53 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Data Science and Analytics
Natera

Natera

Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing, providing advanced genetic testing services for oncology, women's health, and organ health to help families diagnose and manage genetic diseases.

Pharmaceuticals
1K-5K
Founded 2004

Description

  • Contribute substantially to research and development efforts.
  • Independently lead projects to create and develop novel nucleic acid-based diagnostic tests.
  • Plan, test feasibility, develop protocols, and optimize diagnostic workflows.
  • Execute projects according to timelines and deliverables.
  • Develop plans and generate new research ideas.
  • Design and execute moderate- to high-complexity experiments.
  • Perform basic data analysis, including statistical analysis.
  • Coordinate experiment execution and analysis with statistics and bioinformatics teams.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with statistics, bioinformatics, product development, and project management teams.
  • Document research progress under a Quality Management System.
  • Communicate progress with colleagues, senior management, partners, and outside collaborators.
  • May manage Research Associates and provide basic leadership to junior scientists.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in molecular biology or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of industry experience, or 2 years of post-doctoral research plus 6 years of industry experience.
  • Experience designing, executing, and analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) and DNA/RNA molecular biology experiments.
  • Experience with nucleic acid technologies including PCR, multiplex PCR, qPCR, and digital droplet PCR.
  • Experience developing tests in NIPT and/or liquid biopsy is highly desirable.
  • Multiomics, epigenetic/methylation, target enrichment, and cfDNA/RNA experience is a plus.
  • Experience in women’s health molecular diagnostics is highly desirable.
  • Track record of originating, developing, and productizing novel nucleic acid techniques and tests.
  • Strong communication, organizational, record-keeping, planning, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience managing collaborative and individual projects and communicating externally.
  • Demonstrated experience managing and leading research associates and junior scientists.
  • Adept with Excel and basic statistical analysis.
  • Bioinformatic capabilities, programming experience in PERL or Python, and SQL/database experience are a plus.
  • Skilled at writing clear plans, reports, and SOPs.

Benefits

  • Compensation range of $157,300 to $196,600 USD base pay.
  • Annual performance incentive bonus.
  • Long-term equity awards.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Additional wellness and work-life benefits.
  • Life and disability coverage for eligible employees and dependents.
  • Free testing for employees and immediate family members.
  • Fertility care benefits.
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
  • Commuter benefits and employee referral program.

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